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Avon struggles continue as losses mount

Avon struggles continue as losses mount

By Lucy Whitehouse

In a continuation of its recent poor performances, Avon again announced a quarterly loss with its most recent, second-quarter statement.

A new CEO sets to work at New Avon LLC

A new CEO sets to work at New Avon LLC

By Deanna Utroske

Just last week the privately owned, stand-alone North American business got a new chief executive, an appointment from outside the company that was announced just weeks after New Avon LLC became a reality.

L’Oréal sees developed markets hold up in Q1 sales

L’Oréal sees developed markets hold up in Q1 sales

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

L’Oréal saw its Group sales rise 1.8% for the first quarter 2016 to €6.55 billion, thanks to gains made in Western Europe and North America offsetting difficulties encountered in some emrging markets due to the strengthening euro.

Is e.l.f. Cosmetics prepping for an IPO?

Is e.l.f. Cosmetics prepping for an IPO?

By Deanna Utroske

Financial news media is reporting that the company has teamed up with underwriters for a stock market launch expected to take place early next year

So Coty, why London? CFO gives the relocation reasons…

So Coty, why London? CFO gives the relocation reasons…

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Coty is relocating its headquarters to London to ensure it is not in the same location as any divisional management offices empowering the business, and also to attract talent to the base, particularly with a new Growth and Digital department being launched.

Elizabeth Arden focuses on Southeast Asia expansion

Elizabeth Arden focuses on Southeast Asia expansion

By Michelle Yeomans

The global cosmetics player has appointed a new president, JuE Wong, effective August 3th, and has also signed an agreement with prestige beauty distributor Luxasia Ventures as it sets its sights on Southeast Asia expansion.

Coty appoints food boss Elio Leoni Sceti as CEO

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Coty appoints food boss Elio Leoni Sceti as CEO

By Simon Pitman

Coty has confirmed Elio Leoni Sceti, currently CEO of Iglo Foods, as its new chief executive officer, in an appointment that aims to build on his significant experience heading up fast moving consumer goods companies.

Bliss skincare is Kohl’s latest cosmetics partner

Bliss skincare is Kohl’s latest cosmetics partner

By Deanna Utroske

Body treatment products from the spa brand will be available online and in stores next month. And come mid-May, Bliss plans to launch an exclusive beach body treatment kit with the retailer.

Bluemercury acquired by Macy’s

Bluemercury acquired by Macy’s

By Deanna Utroske

Select products from Bluemercury will be sold in Macy’s boutiques and the existing beauty and spa services retail shops will remain as a stand-alone specialty business, led by the company founders and enhanced with online and mobile storefronts.

Rieke Dispensing’s Asia reach bolstered with acquisition

Rieke Dispensing’s Asia reach bolstered with acquisition

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Rieke Dispensing’s reach in Asia has expanded once more and its manufacturing capabilities will be given a boost following its parent company TriMas Corporation’s acquisition of Lion Holdings Pvt. Ltd.

P&G recognizes its innovation partners

P&G recognizes its innovation partners

With Procter & Gamble expecting that an emphasis on innovation and new product roll out will prove an essential route out of its current problems, the company has chosen to honor its preferred innovation partners.